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Cumberland-Hesstown, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Cumberland-Hesstown is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 152.

1.9 /5.0
D Poor
152 Population 60/sq mi density
$217,100 Home Value
55°F Avg Temperature 290 sunny days/yr
D
Overall
1.9 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $217,100
23% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.7%
65% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.7%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 15.5%
331% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How Cumberland-Hesstown Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population152
Median Age33.5 yrs
Density60/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans7.5%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$40,805
Unemployment15.5%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$19,423M
Commute33 min

Housing

Home Value$217,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units116
Rent Burden34.2%

Health

Obesity35.7%
Uninsured10.0%
Smoking16.8%
Depression19.5%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain50.6 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation75 ft (23 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.7%
High School+95.8%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 48%
Commute33 min
Broadband95.0%
Libraries15

Is Cumberland-Hesstown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cumberland-Hesstown receives an overall livability score of 1.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Cumberland-Hesstown faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

At 15.5%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cumberland-Hesstown is $217,100, 23% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

11.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Cumberland-Hesstown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 290 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 50.6 inches, including 22.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Cumberland-Hesstown has a population of 152 with a density of 60 people per square mile. The median age is 33.5 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.2%).

Population

152
Total Population
60
People / sq mi
33.5yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
2.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.3%
Female 48.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Cumberland-Hesstown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.7%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.3%
68% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cumberland-Hesstown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cumberland-Hesstown is N/A. The unemployment rate is 15.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Cumberland-Hesstown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$40,805
Avg Weekly Wage$1,139
IRS Avg AGI$70,837

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment15.5%
331% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,268
County GDP$19,423M

Business (County)

Restaurants830
Healthcare802
Retail1,005
Manufacturing120

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,412
140% above US avg
Cost of Living108.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.87%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.2 min
Drive Alone72.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Cumberland-Hesstown is $217,100, 23% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$217,100
23% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$262
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio93.9%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Rent Burden34.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,599
1 Bedroom$1,759
2 Bedrooms$2,132
3 Bedrooms$2,658
4 Bedrooms$3,005

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.8%
Housing Units116
Median Year Built1969

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,412
140% above US avg
Effective Rate3.87%
In Cumberland-Hesstown, 35.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.0% of residents lack health insurance. 16.8% are current smokers. 19.5% report depression. 24.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Cumberland-Hesstown vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.7%
11% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure32.6%
Asthma9.9%
COPD6.5%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.8%
20% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity24.8%
Depression19.5%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress13.8%
Short Sleep40.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured10.0%
16% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.0%
Dental Visits60.2%
Premature Death10,072/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access90.6%
Healthcare Facilities802
Cumberland-Hesstown has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.6 inches. The area enjoys 290 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.5°F
1% above US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.6 inches
33% above US avg
Snowfall22.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation75 ft (23 m)
Area2.6 sq mi (6.6 km²)
Population Density60/sq mi
Coordinates39.3622°N, 74.9145°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS34001
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 11.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 3-point margin. 95.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.7%
D 47.7%

Winner: Republican by 3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.7%
65% below US avg
High School+95.8%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score6.24
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density60/sq mi
Total Area2.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.0%
Public Libraries15
Healthcare Facilities802
Restaurants830
Retail Stores1,005

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)34

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.2 min
Drive Alone72.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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